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The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT) set aside a MahaRERA order, ruling that a cooperative housing society that terminates a developer and undertakes self-redevelopment is not a 'Promoter' under RERA and is not liable for the former developer's debts or obligations to third-party allottees.

MahaREAT Landmark Ruling: Housing Societies Not Automatically ‘Promoter’ for Erstwhile Developer’s Liabilities

The Maharashtra Real Estate Appellate Tribunal (MahaREAT) set aside a MahaRERA order, ruling that a cooperative housing society that terminates a developer and undertakes self-redevelopment is not a ‘Promoter’ under RERA and is not liable for the former developer’s debts or obligations to third-party allottees.
Maharashtra has become India’s leading green building state, powered by progressive FAR incentives, mandatory IGBC ratings, and a strong partnership with the CII Indian Green Building Council. Cities like Mumbai and Pune now anchor India’s largest green building footprint and net zero movement.

35% Green Space Now Mandatory in Mumbai’s SRA Projects

A new government circular mandates that all SRA schemes on reserved land must keep 35% of the total plot area as contiguous, developed public open space with free citizen access. A Special Monitoring Committee has been formed to prevent violations and ensure the developed park is handed over to the local municipality within 90 days of project completion.
In a key ruling, ITAT Mumbai allowed Valencia Co-Operative Housing Society in Powai to claim tax deduction on interest earned from co-operative bank deposits, clarifying when housing societies can legally avoid tax on such income.

Bombay HC: GR Guidelines for Redevelopment Are Only Directions – No Tender Needed if Majority of Tenants Agree on a Builder

Bombay HC rules GR guidelines for co-op society redevelopment are only directions, not mandatory. Societies can appoint a builder without a tender if the majority of tenants agree, ensuring transparency and proper supervision.
The Bombay High Court (Goa) has ruled that hearsay cannot be treated as proof of Pakistani nationality, striking down the Custodian of Enemy Property’s 2010 order tagging a Margao layout as “enemy property.” The Court held that the government failed to produce documentary proof that the original owner was a Pakistani national during the vesting period, making the declaration legally unsustainable.

📰 Hearsay Can’t Make You Pakistani: Bombay HC Quashes Enemy Property Tag

The Bombay High Court (Goa) has ruled that hearsay cannot be treated as proof of Pakistani nationality, striking down the Custodian of Enemy Property’s 2010 order tagging a Margao layout as “enemy property.” The Court held that the government failed to produce documentary proof that the original owner was a Pakistani national during the vesting period, making the declaration legally unsustainable.
In a rare and significant move, BMC has terminated the 999-year lease of a historic Worli property once housing Flora Chinese Restaurant, after lessees failed to redevelop or pay dues. Backed by High Court orders, the action highlights a new assertive approach to Mumbai’s legacy leasehold lands — with major implications for owners, tenants, and the city’s redevelopment landscape.

📰 BMC Terminates 999-Year Lease of Iconic Worli Property — A Turning Point for Leasehold Lands in Mumbai?

In a rare and significant move, BMC has terminated the 999-year lease of a historic Worli property once housing Flora Chinese Restaurant, after lessees failed to redevelop or pay dues. Backed by High Court orders, the action highlights a new assertive approach to Mumbai’s legacy leasehold lands — with major implications for owners, tenants, and the city’s redevelopment landscape.